The history department seeks to make students aware of the human cultural heritage, the great problems that have faced humans throughout history and how we have sought to solve them.

The department also trains students to apply the historical method which offers analysis based on the dimension of time. Discussion, focused on concrete, specific events, persons and judgments, explains why things are as they are. Students learn effective historical research and writing.

Through the study of history, students prepare for careers in public service agencies; as members of management teams, particularly in the area of policy analysis; for careers in teaching; or for advanced work in history and other social sciences.

Complete 5 HIST courses at the F300- or F400-level, at least 2 of which must be at the F400-level.--15 credits

Of the courses for the major, at least two (at any level) must be taken in each of the following three fields. These courses must be approved by an advisor.1. United States history2. European history3. Other areas, such as Northern history (including Alaska) World or non-western (non-U.S., non-European) history Women's history

* Student must earn a C grade or better in each course.
Note: Students who are considering graduate work in history are strongly urged to take at least two years of a foreign language.
Note: History majors are strongly urged to consult with the history department regarding the selection of a minor.